Uproarious Snapshots From High Point Review
A string of satirical quips and jibes from the High Point Review page cover topics from fashion to politics. It notes a Minnesota man’s long fast, a Chicago jurist on motorcycles, and playful odds on Paris doctors, Hawaii delicacies, and foxing with headlines about everything from rubber dog shoes to derby hats.
Washington senator Overman named to inauguration committee
Washington senator Overman joins a three member Senate panel to work with a House committee for President Wilson’s inauguration. He will ride near the president in the parade up Pennsylvania Avenue. Raleigh reports local court exchanges authorize two week shifts starting January 13 with Judge Allen of Pitt County and Judge Webb of Mecklenburg.
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Peace talks stall as Turkey yields Crete rights claim
London reports the first stage of Turkish Balkan peace talks ended with Turkey renouncing Crete rights but keeping Adrianople. Allies deem insufficient and suspend negotiations. A second stage is anticipated after Orthodox Christmas. Also notes tariff revision hearings in Washington and other political moves.
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Bristow Proposes Seven Member Industrial Commission
Senator Bristow of Kansas urges creation of a seven member industrial commission to take over the bureau of corporations and regulate interstate firms with receipts over five million dollars. The plan mirrors the interstate commerce commission and aims to curb large industrial power. The money trust investigation resumes, focusing on concentration of money and credits as the committee nears its stock exchange and clearing house focus, with a report expected by February 1.
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